Side Story: Party Experience 8

Before he could draw back, he received a backhand to his ear.

Pa!

This dutiful and capable bodyguard also spun twice before he fell to the ground.

The only difference was that his partner spun clockwise while he spun counterclockwise.

"Follow me." Luke drew his hand back as naturally as if he had just casually chased away annoying mosquitoes.

Max, however, didn't move.

Luke glanced at her and saw her gaping. He asked casually, "Why? Is it strange for me to hit someone?"

Max shivered and blushed. "Oh, your pose was too cool. I like it."

Luke was amused. "Then I'll let you look your fill later."

Max covered her head. "Don't, don't laugh. I'm talking about your expression. Well, it's not just your expression. It was like…"

Imitating Luke's slap just now, she tried to put on a straight face to explain what it was that had grabbed her.

Luke was surprised. "You like that?"

Max nodded quickly.